2003 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 436 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | S | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 129 L |
